We Help De-Risk Climate Ventures for Launch

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Focused on Measurable Outcomes

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Venture Creation

Transform proven technologies into startups with validated markets and clear paths to success
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Intellectual Property Readiness

Secure initial licenses, copyright agreements, and technology development plans
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Launch Preparation

Position you as a strong candidate for top incubators, accelerators, and funding opportunities
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Our Program Benefits

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Access to Capital
$100k Milestone-Based Funding
● Secure initial capital to kickstart your venture
● Unlock additional funding as key milestones are achieved
● Fuel your startup's growth with strategic financial support
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Capacity Building
12-Months of World-Class Training
● Receive comprehensive training in climate tech entrepreneurship and IP fundamentals
● Benefit from expert mentorship by successful climate founders and collaborate with a supportive cohort
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Access to Networks
Industry, Peer and Expert Support
● Benefit from a supportive peer cohort and gain expert guidance tailored to your needs
● Connect with industry leaders, investors, and potential partners through introductions to top incubators and accelerators
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Access to Technology
Guidance for Licensing and Commercialization
● Access to Lab scientists and technology transfer offices
● Navigate the complex licensing process with ease
● Receive financial aid for initial licensing agreements and consultations
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Our Approach Cultivates

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Business Acumen in Climate & Upward Economic Mobility
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Intros & Support to U.S. Tech Transfer Offices
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Exposure to Premiere Research Labs & Universities
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Streamlined Access to Licensing & Commercialization
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Your Launchpad for Impact

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You’re eager to start a climate tech company but are still searching for the perfect idea to pursue
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You’ve identified a researched technology, but you’re facing challenges with securing the licensing
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You haven’t raised any capital specifically for a particular product or technology
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You're exploring a strategic new market, innovative product, or venture into a different industry
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You’re looking to spin out a technology from your lab or university
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You're looking for a technology to commercialize and haven't identified the market
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Our Curriculum Dedicated to Deep Climate Tech

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Evaluate the market potential of emerging lab technologies
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Build a profitable business with a positive climate impact
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Grow and scale a climate tech company sustainably 
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FRACTAL delivers applied apprenticeships and fractional executive services to climate technology leaders for curated human development and efficient technology advancements, to accelerate scale-up and impact. Its co-founders, Alice Havill and Jennifer Wagner, are seasoned climate leaders who were instrumental in the growth of companies like CarbonCure and LanzaTech, and have collectively advised dozens of deep tech companies across all climate verticals.
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We Share Commitments

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Full-Time Operation

You commit to work full-time on launching your company for the year
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Curriculum Completion

You attend 6 - 8 hrs/week of LabStart programming and events
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Startup Dedication

We provide the network and tools; you provide your talent and your best effort
Our 3-Year Plan
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Launch 50+ climate-focused startups led by women, non-binary and BIPOC
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Multiply investments to over $100M in follow-on funding
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Demonstrate a clear pathway to 25+ GT per year of carbon savings
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